Don’t be that one who shows up with a pie in a grocery bag ~ you got this! 20 amazing (and easy) Thanksgiving desserts you can make!
put down that store bought pie!
Ok, this is for you guys who aren’t hosting this holiday season, and there are lots of you! If you’re on dessert duty, listen up: since you’re not hosting the evening, you can certainly spend a little time in your kitchen making dessert. These Thanksgiving dessert recipes are unique, and totally do-able ~ so don’t be the one who shows up with a pie in a grocery bag ~ you got this!
Cranberry Pie
This stunning pie is for extroverts only. People will swarm and you’ll get lots of attention. Wallflowers, keep scrolling…
The Frozen Turkey Dessert Cocktail
A Thanksgiving dessert cocktail? Why not! Bring your own blender if necessary for this crowd pleaser. It’s shocking how delicious this is and you’ll be the hit of the night, guaranteed!
Maple Frangipane Pecan Pie
Pecan pie’s got nothing on this much more sophisticated take on the theme (it’s all about the frangipane.) Trust me on this, it’s the Thanksgiving dessert I personally make every year.
Perfect Pumpkin Bars
I adore these sweet little bars, and there’s plenty to go around because you bake them in a sheet pan!
Dreamy Nutella Mousse Pie!
There’s no way you’re taking home even a sliver of this pie. In fact you probably won’t even need to wash your pie plate, it’ll be licked clean 🙂
White Toasted Almond Bark
This non-traditional Thanksgiving dessert is also one of the easiest you’ll ever make. Those deeply toasted almonds are the key to this creamy white chocolate bark.
The Ultimate Maple Cheesecake
So silky, so delicious, with that unique warm maple flavor. If you really want to win Friendsgiving, bring along some Salted Maple Caramel Sauce to drizzle over the top.
No Bake Pumpkin Mousse Pie
Not a baker? Not a problem ~ you don’t need an oven to make this epic fluffy version of pumpkin pie. It’s going to be a new Thanksgiving dessert tradition, just watch.
No Churn Cranberry Ice Cream
Skip the frozen aisle, you won’t find this unique sweet tart ice cream there, and you don’t need an ice cream machine to make it. It kind of leaves plain vanilla in the dust.
Thin and Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chocolate chip cookies are the little black dress of desserts, they’re always appropriate. Wow your friends with this classic crunchy version.
Pumpkin Fudge
This is a fun variation on pumpkin pie and the perfect little sweet bite after the big meal.
Easy Almond Macaroon Cake (gluten free!)
I hope there’s enough left for the gluten free folks around the table because everyone’s going to lunge for this moist almondy cake.
Rustic Apple Galette
A galette is so much easier than pie, and I think it makes a much prettier presentation. I think it’s the perfect modern Thanksgiving dessert.
Dark Chocolate Truffle Tart
Chocolate has a cult following and I can pretty much guarantee that at any holiday gathering the majority of guests are scanning the dessert table for some. Be the hero and bring ’em what they want!
Lemon Butter Pie
This insanely delicious lemon pie would be so perfect after all that mashed potatoes and gravy.
Flourless Pumpkin Spice Cake
Don’t forget your gluten intolerant friends! This cake is moist and delicious ~ pretty too, I’ll show you how to get that lacy look, it’s easy.
Butter Pecan Shortbread
Instead of a pecan pie, why not bring this user friendly shortbread with all the same buttery toasty flavors?
Salted Caramel Pot de Crème
These little pots pack a big flavor punch, and they’re so easy to transport.
Authentic Irish Apple Cake
A festive apple cake Friendsgiving dessert that everybody will remember. Just be sure to make enough of that creamy custard sauce to go around!
Chocolate Hazelnut Torrone ~ 3 ingredients!
Take a cue from the Italians for this epic Friendsgiving dessert ~ it’s decadent and incredibly delicious.
I make several of your recipes and just think you are the best! Thank you!!
Thanks so much Wanda, Happy Holidays!
I am so enjoying your wonderful recipes here. You are a wonderful cook,baker, chef and I appreciate your sharing all of these fabulous ideas. I have made your lemon raspberry cake a few times and it is to die for. I am not a cake person, more of a pie person, but that cake is a true winner.